AHN-BC Exam Information and Outline
Advanced Holistic Nurse - Board Certified
Syllabus Update Checked on: November 12, 2026
AHN-BC Exam Syllabus & Study Guide
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The information below reflects the 2026 syllabus defined by
AHNCC.
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- Exam Format
- Computer-based multiple-choice examination for graduate-prepared holistic nurses
- Holistic Philosophy, Theories and Ethics
- Holistic nursing philosophy and theories (Watson, Rogers, Newman, Dossey)
- Ethics and the AHNA/ANA Scope and Standards of Holistic Nursing
- Holistic Caring Process
- Holistic assessment of body, mind, spirit and environment
- Diagnosis, outcomes identification and holistic care planning
- Implementation and evaluation of holistic interventions
- Holistic Communication, Therapeutic Environment and Cultural Diversity
- Therapeutic presence, deep listening and relationship-centered care
- Creating healing environments; cultural humility
- Holistic Education and Research
- Patient education and health coaching
- Evidence-based practice and research in integrative modalities
- Holistic Nurse Self-Care
- Self-reflection, resilience and nurse wellbeing
- Advanced Holistic Nursing Role
- Leadership, advocacy, policy and systems change
- Integrative and complementary therapies: mind-body, energy, nutrition, botanicals
- Quality, safety and outcomes measurement